Insect Production Technician - Edmonton, Canada - Future Fields

Future Fields

Verified Company

Edmonton, Canada

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Sophia Lee

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Description

Changing the world - one fruit fly at a time.

We're driving the next wave of biotech innovation.

At Future Fields, we're always evolving and gaining new insights. We might not hold all the solutions, but we're constantly exploring the right questions. Embracing the concept of 'failing forward,' we turn our mistakes into growth opportunities.

We encourage a culture of collaboration, innovation, and psychological safety within our team. Transparency, structure, and open communication are key pillars we rely on. Every team member is valued and respected, regardless of where their ideas originate from.

Join us at Future Fields and discover your purpose.

We are a dynamic and rapidly expanding startup, supported by renowned investors like Bee Partners, Y Combinator, Toyota Ventures, and Amplify Capital.

Being part of our team now means you'll play a crucial role in shaping our culture, products, and company direction. Above all, you'll be part of a team invigorated by the transformative potential of biotech in shaping the future.

About the Position

Insect Production Technician

- This role is instrumental in supporting our core asset: fruit flies. Yes, you read that correctly.

This is a full-time role with a fixed schedule (3 weekdays, 2 weekend days). Your main responsibility will be to ensure smooth operations in insect rearing, allowing our Senior Scientists and Engineers to focus on critical milestones. Tasks include fly rearing, food preparation, sample collection, dishwashing, and data entry, offering diverse learning opportunities within a biotech startup setting.

The Production Technician will collaborate closely with the Production team under the guidance of our Head of Engineering. Attendance in science and all-hands meetings will foster engagement in discussions on research, production strategy, and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

Preparing specialized fly food using food-grade ingredients. Experience in cooking would be beneficial although not required.
Ensuring proper sanitation by washing dishes, fly cages, and components promptly.
Maintaining accurate records of insect rearing activities in a database for data integrity.
Handling fly seeding operations promptly and efficiently for continuous breeding cycles.

Supporting Tasks:

Maintaining a clean and safe work environment consistently.
Monitoring fly food inventory and cage conditions for optimal breeding.
Adhering to efficient task management, prioritization, and teamwork for seamless operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

Background in restaurant or food prep industry.
Experience with drosophila cultivation.
Familiarity with recombinant proteins.
Basic coding skills.
Strong communication skills and knowledge of GMPs.

Your Profile:

If you lack prior insect rearing experience, your passion for learning and problem-solving compensates for it. You are detail-oriented, inquisitive, and keen on acquiring new knowledge. Embrace challenges and see the potential in being part of a fast-paced, innovative team.